Vector Deluxe Console VEC211 Owner's Manual & Warranty Information

Deluxe Console

Travel Cooler

AND WARMER

VEC211

®

& WARRANTY INFORMA TION

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OPERA TES FROM ANY

VEHICLE’S 12 VOLT ACCESSORY

SOCKET OR 12 VOLT DC

PO RTABLE POWER SUPPLY.

OWNER’S MANUAL

RETAIN FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.

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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for choosing the

& Warmer

Please read this manual carefully before use to ensure optimum performance and
avoid damage to the unit itself or power sources from which it operates.
The

V ector®Deluxe Console Thermoelectric T ravel Cooler & Warmer

lightweight, and portable. It provides convenient storage for cold or hot bever-
ages and foods, making conventional insulation-only coolers, thermal bottles and
jars and insulated chests obsolete.

, one of the most advanced, state-of-the-art units on the market today .

V ector®Deluxe Console Thermoelectric T ravel Cooler

is compact,

For extended use:

No need for a refrigerator, stove or 120 volt AC outlet, simply plug the

Deluxe Console Thermoelectric Travel Cooler & W armer

accessory outlet to keep food and drinks cold or warm. No more digging around
in melting ice and water for soggy foods and dripping drinks. No need for ice,
dry ice, or cold/hot packs.
Ideal for use in a:

• Car

• Truck or SUV

• RV, mobile home, camper

• Boat

• Home or motel - use with Vector’s VEC004 AC/DC Converter .

• At the beach, on picnics, at the campground - use with battery power.

into vehicle’s 12 volt DC

V ector

®

For short-term use:

When you have to leave the vehicle in the parking lot at the beach, park,
campsite, stadium or ballpark, simply plug the

Thermoelectric Travel Cooler & Warmer

power supply, such as:

• Any Vector®cordless, rechargeable Jump-starter & 12 volt DC Power Supply

• The Vector®cordless, rechargeable Pocket Power™ or Pocket Generator™.

Note: When used with a cordless, rechargeable power supply, a full-charge on

the power source is recommended for optimum performance.

into a reliable cordless, rechargeable

V ector®Deluxe Console

Completely portable

T ake the
you, wherever you go, to keep cold or hot food and drinks at just the right
temperature. Ideal for use:

• At the office, for lunches and snacks

• In a hotel, as a personal mini-fridge

• On the road, for refreshments on long journeys

• On camping and day trips, for cold or hot food and drinks

• At tailgate parties for cooked dishes, snacks or drinks

• At the beach, picnics or barbecues, for cookout supplies - keeps meats and
condiments cool or prepared dishes hot

V ector®Deluxe Console Thermoelectric T ravel Cooler & Warmer

with

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IMPORTANT SUGGESTIONS:

V ector’ s Thermoelectric Cooler/Warmer cools like a refrigerator and warms like an
oven. For best performance, plug in the unit approximately 30 minutes before
loading to give it time to warm up or cool down. Always try to fill your unit with pre-
chilled or pre-heated food or beverages, as the unit will always perform at its best
when you do this. Generally, your unit will cool down to as much as 40°F below the
ambient temperature. For example, in a room, where a constant temperature of 80°F
is sustained, the unit will cool to approximately 40°F – 45°F. To ensure optimum per-
formance, always keep the unit out of direct sunlight when running on the cold cycle.
When the unit is running on the warm cycle, it will warm to approximately 120°F. On
cold days, the unit will need more time to reach the maximum warm temperature. To
promote your unit’s cooling capacity on warm days, try reusable frozen ice packets.
These are particularly helpful in keeping your unit cold while unplugged.
Contact T echnical Support at 954-58 4-444 6 for further information.

The

V ector®Deluxe Console Thermoelectric Travel Cooler & Warmer

can be used
with most food and beverages, either cold or hot. Use with standard household
containers or ready-to-use food and drink packaging.

Ideal as a:

COOLER

–

• Beverages - sodas, beer, wine, juice, milk, iced tea or coffee, shakes, thirst

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quenchers, water and more

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in cans, bottles, cartons, pouches,

sport bottles, etc.

• Food - salads, sandwiches, deli meats, hamburgers, hot dogs, meat or

fish, buns, condiments and dips, etc.

• Desserts - puddings, fruit cups, yogurts, etc.

• Snacks - fruit, candy, chocolate, cookies, fruit bars, chips, etc.

WARMER

–

• Beverages - hot coffee and tea, cocoa, milk, etc.

• Food - leftovers, pre-packaged/pre-heated meals, take-out foods, soups,

covered dishes, stews, casseroles, etc.

FEATURES:

• Compact, lightweight, completely portable - use with vehicle or boat’ s 12 volt

DC accessory outlet, or appropriate 12 volt DC power supply .

• Non-wearing thermoelectric system cools to approx. 40ºF - 45°F below

surrounding air temperature or warms to approx. 120ºF.

• Use with standard household containers or ready-to use packaging.

• Rests on vehicle seat or floor for easy access.

• Extra-long, 7-foot, 12 volt DC power cord with built-in 10-amp fuse protected

plug to protect the unit and power source.

• Convenient shoulder strap for easy portability.

• Durable, weather resistant construction with easy-open and close lid.

• Environment-friendly CFC-free polyurethane liner.

• Cold/heat transfer to foods via temperature-efficient liner.

• Built-in heat dissipation fan with long-life, brushless motor.

• COOL/OFF/WARM sliding power switch.

• Automatic shut-off to prevent overheating of unit.

• Built-in LED “cool” and “warm” indicators.

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TROUBLESHOOTING:
Problem/Possible Cause/Remedy

• T ravel Cooler/Warmer

• Accessory outlet of DC power supply is not functioning -check by plugging in a

12 volt DC appliance. If not, clean accessory outlet and re-connect the

Cooler/Warmer

• Fuse or circuit breaker in accessory outle t is open. Reset breaker or check fuse,

and replace fuse if necessary.

• Ignition is switched off - start engine or switch ignition to “accessory” position.

• Fuse in unit’s power cord is blown - see Fuse Replacement section for location

of fuse and instructions for checking and replacing fuse.

- Cooler/warmer is not cooling or heating properly (fan is not turning).

• Fan is defective. Call Vector®Customer Service department for
return/replacement instructions. This unit is not user-serviceable, it must be
returned t o Vector Manufacturing for professional service or repair. Any
attempt to service by user will void warranty.

- Cooler/warmer is not cooling or heating, but fan is turning

• Cooling unit is defective. Call V ector®Customer Service department for
return/replacement instructions. This unit is not user-serviceable, it must be
returned to V ector Manufacturing for professional service or repair. Any
attempt to service by user will void warranty.

.

is not functioning as cooler or warmer (fan is not turning)

Travel

- Travel Cooler/Warmer takes longer than 30 minutes to reach desired inside
temperature

• Low battery or supply voltage.

• Unit will attain desired temperature more efficiently if items are pre-heated or

pre-chilled.

• Fan area is blocked - Move unit or object

SPECIFICATIONS:

Capacity .............12Liter / 2.9 Gallons (US)

Power Supply: .........12volt DC

Power Cord: ..........7’,with 12 Volt DC accessory plug and 10 Amp fuse

Amperage draw: .......5Amperes (approx. 60-watts)

Cooling Performance: ....Cools down to as much as 40ºF below surrounding air

Warming Performance: . . Warms to 120°F above surrounding air.
High Temperature Limit: . . Automatic ON/OFF.

Cold/Heat Transfer: .....Temperature-efficient, aluminum-coated liner

Insulation: ............CFC-free polyurethane liner

Heat Dissipation: .......Built-in fan with long-life, brushless motor

Warm/Cool System: ....Non-wearing thermoelectric

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CONNECTING TO A PORTABLE 12 VOLT DC POWER SUPPLY,
FOR USE AWAY FROM VEHICLE

- Make sure that the unit’s COOL/WARM/OFF switch is in the OFF position.

- Insert the 12 volt DC socket on the portable power supply.

- Continue with steps 4-9, for cooler or warmer function.

OBSERVE ALL CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS.

Note: With a current draw of approximately 5-amps (60-watts), the unit will operate

for approximately 2-1/2 hours from a fully charged 12 volt DC portable power
supply such as the Vector Pocket Power™ or Pocket Generator™. A standard 17
Ampere Hour Jump-starter/Power Supply such as the VEC021 series - can
operate the cooler/warmer for approximately 8 hours.

CONNECTING TO AN AC (110V)/DC (12V) POWER ADAPTER

• Plug converter’s (VEC004-110V) power cord into standard 120 V olt 60 HZ outlet

• Make sure that unit’ s COOL/W ARM/OFF switch is in the off position

• Inser t the 12 Volt DC socket of the AC/DC power adapter

• Continue with steps 4–9 for cooler or warmer function

OBSERVE ALL CAUTIONS AND WARNINGS.

FUSE REPLACEMENT

The power cord is fuse-protected against short-circuiting, by a 10-amp fuse
located in the tip of the 12 Volt DC plug. If the DC socket is powered, but the unit
does not operate, then the cooler/warmer fuse may be open.

To inspect or replace the DC Power Cord Fuse

1. Unscrew the end-cap of the cigarette lighter plug.

2. Remove fuse, inspect it for an open element, and replace with a new 10-amp

fuse, if needed.

3. Re-attach the end-cap to the plug.

4. If new fuse opens, call Vector® Customer Service department for further

instructions and possible return/replacement. This unit is not user-serviceable,
it must be returned to Vector® Manufacturing for professional service or
repair. Any attempt to service by user will void warranty .

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

The

V ector®Deluxe Console Thermoelectric Travel Cooler & Warmer

constructed to provide years of dependable service.

- After each use, clean the unit, inside and out, with a soft cloth and mild
soap solution.

- Do not scrape, scratch or puncture the surface of the cooler with sharp objects
or abrasives.

- Dry the unit properly and store in a cool, dry place.

- Always make sure the power cord is disconnected before storing.

-

Never

allow the cooler/warmer to be immersed in liquid.

is ruggedly

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CAUTIONS:

• This unit is intended for use with a 12 volt DC power source that can
provide at least 4 amperes of current. DO NOT attempt to use with any
other power source.

• NEVER operate unit in an enclosed space. ALWAYS ensure that there is
adequate ventilation and free flow of air around the unit, so that air
expelled by the fan is effectively dissipated.

• When operating the unit in a vehicle or boat cabin, adequate ventilation
must be provided by an air conditioning system or open window. In a car
with windows up, air temperatures can reach 150 degrees F.

• This unit is intended for portable use only; it is not designed to be built-in
or recessed - this would interfere with the unit’s air dissipation system,
and could cause a fire or other safety hazard.

• Use only with the supplied power cord. If cord becomes worn or
damaged, discontinue use and call Vector® Customer Service
department for authorized replacement.

• Never allow the cooler/warmer to be immersed in water or other liquid.
This will void the warranty.

4 CUP HOLDERS

HANDY STORAGE
BACK POCKETS

COMPACT, LIGHTWEIGHT
CONSTRUCTION

EASY OPEN/CLOSE LID

ADJUSTABLE SHOULDER
STRAP

BUILT-IN AIR
DISSIPATION FAN

COOL/WARM LED
INDICATORS

COOL/WARM POWER
SWITCH (AUTO SHUT-OFF
FOR WARMING)

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USING THE TRAVEL COOLER/WARMER AS A COOLER
Connecting to a vehicle’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet, for extended use:

1. Make sure that the unit’ s COOL/WARM/OFF switch is in the OFF position.
Start vehicle, or turn ignition to “accessory” position.

2. Insert the DC plug into the vehicle’s 12 volt DC accessory outlet.

3. Move the COOL/WARM/OFF switch on the cooler to the COOL position.

4. The LED COOL indicator will light (GREEN light) to show that the unit is cooling.

5. Put items into the cooler and close the lid. Do not overstuff the cooler or keep
the lid from closing.

6. Keep cooler lid closed during operation and re-close it quickly when adding
items to it or removing items from it.

7. After use, turn the switch to the OFF position and empty the cooler.

8. Disconnect the power cord from the vehicle’ s accessory outlet and from

the cooler . Clean unit as described in the Care & Maintenance section of
this manual.

9. Store in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.

CAUTIONS:

• The cooler takes about 30-60 minutes to reach its maximum cool tempera-
ture depending on the outside surrounding temperature. It is recommend-
ed that items to be placed in the cooler be pre-chilled. This will assist the
cooler in reaching the lowest temperature as quickly as possible.

• The cooler will continue to operate as long as the vehicle battery

provides power .

• If the vehicle engine is turned off, the cooler will continue to draw power

(a nominal 5-amps or 60-watts) from the vehicle battery.

• If the engine is switched off for a long period (overnight) it is important

to disconnect the cooler from the accessory outlet to avoid draining the
vehicle’ s battery.

WARNINGS:

• Food will stay cool for some time after the unit is disconnected or turned

off, but temperature will rise to that of the surrounding air .

• Observe common sense hygiene rules, as with any cooling unit.

Do not eat or drink perishable items that may have spoiled or become
contaminated without proper temperature contro

l.

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USING THE TRAVEL COOLER/WARMER AS A WARMER

- Make sure that the unit’s COOL/W ARM/OFF switch is in the OFF position. Start
vehicle, or turn ignition to “accessory” position.

- Insert the DC plug into the vehicle’ s 12 volt DC accessory outlet.

- Move the COOL/WARM/OFF switch on the cooler to the WARM position.

- The LED W ARM indicator will light (RED light) to show that the unit is warming.

- Put items into the warmer and close the lid. Do not overstuff the warmer. The
unit’s warming system is monitored by an automatic switch that turns the
heating system on and off when excessively high temperatures are reached.

- Keep warmer lid closed during operation, and re-close it quickly when adding
items to it, or removing items from it.

- After use, turn the switch back to the OFF position. Remove any food items.

- Disconnect the power cord from the power supply socket and from the warmer .
Clean unit as described in the Care & Maintenance section of this manual.

- Store in a cool, dry area out of direct sunlight.

CAUTIONS:

• The wa rmer is intended to maintain the temperature of pre-heated food
and beverages; it is not designed to warm cold items.

• The warmer takes about 30 minutes to reach its maximum warm
temperature (approx. 120ºF). It is recommended that items to be stored in
the warmer be pre-heated. This will assist the warmer in reaching the
maximum temperature as quickly as possible.

• The warmer will continue to operate as long as the vehicle battery
provides power .

• If the vehicle engine is turned off, the unit will continue to draw power
(a minimal 5-amps or 60-watts) from the vehicle battery.

• If the engine is switched off for a long period (overnight) it is
recommended that the warmer be disconnected from the accessory
outlet to avoid draining the vehicle’s battery.

WARNINGS:

• Food will stay warm for some time after the unit is disconnected or turned
off.

• Observe common sense hygiene rules, as with any warming unit. Do
not eat or drink perishable items that may have spoiled or become
contaminated.

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2 YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY PROGRAM

This limited warranty program is the only one that applies to this product, and it sets forth all the responsibilities of
Vector Manufacturing, Ltd., regarding this product. There is no other warranty, other than those described herein.

This Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. product is warranted, to the original purchaser only, to be free of defects in materials
and workmanship for two years from the date of purchase without additional charge. The warranty does not extend
to subsequent purchasers or users. Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. will not be responsible for any amount of damage in
excess of the retail purchase price of the product under any circumstances. Incidental and consequential damages
are specifically excluded from coverage under this warranty.

This product is not intended for commercial use. This warranty does not apply to accessories or damage to units from
misuse or incorrect installation. Misuse includes wiring or connecting to improper polarity power sources.

RETURN/REPAIR POLICY:

Manufacturing. Any defective product, other than accessories, that is returned to Vector Manufacturing within
30 days of the date of purchase will be replaced free of charge. If such a product is returned more than 30 days but
less than two years from the purchase date, Vector Manufacturing will repair the unit or, at its option, replace it free
of charge.

If the unit is repaired, new or reconditioned replacement parts may be used, at Vector Manufacturing’s option.
A unit may be replaced with a new or reconditioned unit of the same or comparable design. The repaired or replaced
unit will then be warranted under the terms of the remainder of the warranty period. The customer is responsible for
the shipping charges on all returned items after 30 days. During the warranty period, Vector Manufacturing, Ltd. will
be responsible for the return shipping charges.

LIMITATIONS:

and tear (including chips, scratches, abrasions, discoloration or fading due to usage or exposure to sunlight),
accidents, damage during shipping to our service facility, alterations, unauthorized use or repair, neglect, misuse,
abuse, failure to follow instructions for care and maintenance, fire, flood and Acts of God.

If your problem is not covered by this warranty, call our Technical Support Department at [phone] or T oll
Free at [phone] for general repair information and charges if applicable. You may also contact us through
our website at www.vectormfg.com.

STATE LAW RIGHTS:

an implied warranty lasts or the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the exclusions or
limitations stated herein may not apply. This warranty gives the purchaser specific legal rights; other rights, which vary
from state to state, may apply.

TO REQUEST WARRANTY SERVICE FOR THIS PRODUCT:

fax or mail. We suggest that you keep the original packaging in case you need to ship the unit. When returning a
product, include your name, address, phone number, dated sales receipt (or copy) and a description of the reason
for return and product serial number. After repairing or replacing the unit, we will make every effort to return it to
you within four weeks.

This warranty does not cover accessories, bulbs, fuses and batteries, defects resulting from normal wear

Defective products, other than accessories, may be returned postage prepaid to Vector

This warranty gives you specific legal rights. Some states do not allow limitations on how long

Contact Vector Manufacturing T echnical Support by telephone,

WARRANTY ACTIVATION:

“VEC211” as Model and “
Ltd. products must be registered within 10 days of purchase to activate this warranty. Mail the
completed registration form, along with a copy of the original sales receipt to:

Please complete Warranty Activation Card and mail to Vector Manufacturing. Enter

Deluxe Console Travel Cooler and Warmer”

PH: 954-584-4446 • TOLL FREE: 866-584-5504 • Fax: [phone].

WARRANTY IS NON-TRANSFERABLE AND NON-REFUNDABLE.

as Product Type. All Vector Manufacturing,

ATTN.: CUSTOMER SERVICE / VECTOR MANUFACTURING, Ltd.

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